Calvin has a Teaching and financial background but worked at the NZ Cement works at Burnside; in most departments, before becoming a Union Official. During and prior to his time at Teachers Training College he worked as a “Seagull” on the Wharf, Construction Sites, Retail, Warehousing, and a whole range of other work. General advocacy responsibilities for the Union.

Lindsay has over 30 years of experience (originally with the Transport and General Workers Union). Lindsay has expertise in the Transport industry including passenger transport and general contracting; in addition he is a qualified Drug and Alcohol Councillor.